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How does hyperconjugation affect the stability of a carbocation?

Options

  1. AIt destabilizes the carbocation.
  2. BIt has no effect on the stability of the carbocation.
  3. CIt stabilizes the carbocation by dispersing the positive charge.
  4. DIt forms a covalent bond with the carbocation.

Correct answer

C. It stabilizes the carbocation by dispersing the positive charge.

Step-by-step solution

Hyperconjugation stabilizes a carbocation by dispersing the positive charge through the delocalization of electrons from adjacent σ bonds.

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